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Alaska Energy Authority > What We Do > Grants & Loans > Renewable Energy Fund Round 19 Application Period Now Open The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is accepting applications for Round 19 of the Renewable Energy Fund (REF) program. The REF provides competitive grant funding for qualifying renewable energy projects across Alaska, including feasibility studies, engineering and design, and construction activities.
Applications are due by 4 p. m. AKDT on Friday, Sept.
11, 2026 . Applicant eligibility requirements, application instructions, and supporting materials are available below. 👉 REF Round 19 Application Questions about the current Request for Applications may be directed to the REF program manager at ref@akenergyauthority.
org or (907) 771-3097 . About the Renewable Energy Fund Program The REF Program provides benefits to Alaskans by reducing and stabilizing the cost of energy through the development of renewable energy projects. The program is designed to provide funding for projects that produce cost-effective renewable energy for heat and power, to benefit Alaskans statewide.
The REF program was established by the Alaska State Legislature in 2008 and in 2023 with the passage of House Bill 62 the sunset date was removed from Alaska Statute extending the program indefinitely. The REF is managed by AEA in coordination with a nine-member REF Advisory Committee. The program provides grant funding for the development of qualifying and competitively selected renewable energy projects.
Since its inception 371 REF grants have been awarded or funded via legislative appropriations totaling $351 million. Over 110 operating projects have been built with REF contributions, collectively saving more than 30 million gallons of diesel each year. In Round 18, nine projects were approved by the Legislature for a total appropriation of $14.
6 million. The State’s continued investment in renewable energy projects through the REF program reduces the cost of energy, creates jobs, utilizes local energy resources, keeps money in local economies, and fosters economic development. Renewable Energy Fund Projects by Energy Region (updating) REF In-development and Operational Map (updating) REF Statutes and Regulations Statutes are available here .
Regulations are available here .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Applicants for qualifying renewable energy projects across Alaska. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Renewable Energy Fund (REF) Program are due September 11, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Renewable Energy Fund (REF) Program is funded by Alaska Energy Authority (AEA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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